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Could an Athlete’s Own Stem Cells Stop Arthritis Development After an ACL Tear?

Long-term consequences can happen years after an ACL injury. One Michigan Medicine researcher is investigating new therapies that could minimize those unwanted effects.
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A High-Tech Camera that Could Improve Eye Care

A complex camera has the potential to help doctors get a clearer, more accurate look at the human eye. How a trio of U-M experts from different fields made the discovery.
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Does an Exploding Brain Network Cause Chronic Pain?

New research reports that hyperreactive brain networks could play a part in the hypersensitivity of fibromyalgia.
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Moms of Obese Children Use Different Words to Restrict Eating

Caregivers of children with obesity were more than 90 percent more likely to use direct statements to prevent children from eating junk food, according to a new study.
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Enlarged Aorta Risks and Symptoms: What to Know

Read about enlarged aorta risks, symptoms and treatments. Also known as aortic aneurysm, it can be deadly if not screened or treated properly.
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New Blood Test for Diagnosing Heart Attacks: A ‘Big Deal,’ with Caveats

A longtime blood test that measures the likelihood of a cardiac event has become more sensitive and more precise. Why doctors and patients should be cautiously optimistic.
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This Gaseous Culprit Could Be Causing Your Stomach Pain and Constipation

Meant to control gas production, methane in your gut also can cause discomfort. A Michigan Medicine expert explains the condition — and potential new treatment.
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Opinion: It’s Time to Treat Physician Burnout’s Root Causes

The medical community widely recognizes the stresses physicians face. Now it is time to take measurable steps toward changing the profession.
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To Help Your Teen Drive Safely, Follow the ‘S-M-A-R-T’ Method

Simple behaviors can make a big difference behind the wheel. Use this checklist to teach your new motorist good habits.
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Explore the Inside of an Ambulance with This 360-Degree Video

What happens inside an ambulance? A paramedic explains how young patients are transported to the hospital.
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In First Test, Specially Timed Signals Ease Tinnitus Symptoms

A new treatment device is taking aim at the root cause of ringing in the ears. Next up: an additional clinical trial to further refine the approach.
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Poll: Nursing Homes Should Require Flu Shots for All Staff and Patients

High rates of unvaccinated nursing home staff might even affect decisions about where to seek long-term care, according to a new poll of older Americans.
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When Aortic Dissection Strikes Without Warning

As Darcy Way learned, a sudden aortic dissection can be fatal. But luck was on his side last February.
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Balancing Parenting, My Marriage and Medical School

As a nontraditional medical student with a family, juggling all the responsibility can be tricky. A second-year student at U-M shares what he’s learned so far.
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Why Are Hep C Infections Skyrocketing? Opioid Abuse to Blame

Learn about rising hepatisis c infection rates in the U.S. resulting from opioid abuse. Hep C is a liver-damaging virus that can lead to liver failure.